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AI is helping doctors repurpose old drugs for new cures: 'The solution is in your neighborhood pharmacy'

Doctor David Fajgenbaum almost died due to an incurable disease. In his recovery, he is working to use all FDA-approved drugs to treat any disease they possibly can.

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5 ways artificial intelligence is actually being used for good

Across medicine, education, and culture, AI can be a tool to do more good.

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ALS made it impossible for this woman to walk her dog. Engineers invented a custom, adaptive leash just for her

All Brooke Eby wanted to do is walk her dog, Dray. Chewy worked with engineers to make it possible again.

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Innovative 'smart houses' give adults with disabilities freedom to live independently

The technology is designed to anticipate challenges and provide accommodations.

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New study: Viewing art in galleries 'immediately' reduces cortisol levels, boosts health

Researchers call it a “cultural workout for the body.”

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Hopeful people live better lives, a 14-year study of 25,000 participants finds

It’s the first large-scale, longitudinal study on the power of hope.

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LEGO donates MRI scanner toys to children in hospitals. New research finds they really reduce anxiety

New data shows that doctors were 46% less likely to need to sedate patients after they played with the toys.

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Good News This Week: October 11, 2025 - Corals, Dolls, & Cocoon Coffins

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21 Ways To Take Action & Celebrate World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day is a catalyst for us to learn more, seek help, offer support, and open our hearts and minds to vulnerable conversations.

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Scientists study 'breast-cancer-detecting bra' in space: '10 years of tumor growth can occur in 10 days'

The ultrasound device could aid in early detection of breast cancer.

Health Good News

People, organizations, and governments improving people's health

AI is helping doctors repurpose old drugs for new cures: 'The solution is in your neighborhood pharmacy'

5 ways artificial intelligence is actually being used for good

ALS made it impossible for this woman to walk her dog. Engineers invented a custom, adaptive leash just for her

Innovative 'smart houses' give adults with disabilities freedom to live independently

New study: Viewing art in galleries 'immediately' reduces cortisol levels, boosts health

Hopeful people live better lives, a 14-year study of 25,000 participants finds

Good News This Week: October 25, 2025 - Bridges, Whales, & Free Meals

Good News This Week: October 18, 2025 - Turtles, Reefs, & Skyscrapers

LEGO donates MRI scanner toys to children in hospitals. New research finds they really reduce anxiety

Good News This Week: October 11, 2025 - Corals, Dolls, & Cocoon Coffins

21 Ways To Take Action & Celebrate World Mental Health Day

Scientists study 'breast-cancer-detecting bra' in space: '10 years of tumor growth can occur in 10 days'

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